Microparticle generation system
US10933390B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 13, 2018 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A90/40
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system for fabricating microparticles useful for example in managing invasive species is provided. The system provides a nozzle for atomizing liquefied droplet material which is then suspended in a cyclonic separator receiving refrigerated gas until the droplets can solidify. In this way small droplets (less than 100 μm) can be readily fabricated in bulk without clumping and aggregating.
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